Douglas Foundation Welcomes Three New Members to Its Board of Trustees

Recognized for their remarkable careers and leadership in their respective fields of law, finance, and large-scale project management, they will help advance the Foundation’s mission and promote research and care in mental health.

Their appointment to the board reflects the commitment of a diverse and influential group of individuals to making mental health research and care a priority in our society.

Laurence L’Abbé

Senior Vice President, Legal Affairs and Corporate Secretary, Dollarama

An accomplished business lawyer, Laurence L’Abbé has built an impressive career across several leading Canadian organizations. Since 2022, she has served as Senior Vice President, Legal Affairs and Corporate Secretary at Dollarama. Previously, she held leadership roles at Lion Electric and at the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), where she contributed to major investment and governance initiatives.

Jaime Freyre de Andrade

Chief Operating Officer, Civil, Infrastructure and Major Projects, Pomerleau 

With more than 20 years of experience in infrastructure and major projects, Jaime Freyre de Andrade is recognized for his collaborative leadership style and his ability to deliver complex, large-scale initiatives. Before joining Pomerleau, he played a key role in the development of the Réseau express métropolitain (REM), one of Canada’s largest public transit projects.

Werner Muelhemann

Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Intact Investment Management

Werner Muelhemann brings more than 25 years of experience in the financial sector. As Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Intact Investment Management, he oversees investment strategies, investment operations, and corporate development initiatives.

“We are delighted to welcome Laurence, Jaime, and Werner to the Douglas Foundation’s Board of Trustees. Their diverse backgrounds, leadership experience, and shared commitment to our mission will help strengthen our impact and support continued advances in mental health research and care. We look forward to benefiting from their perspectives and contributions,” said Laura Fish, President and CEO of the Douglas Foundation.

Welcome to the Douglas Foundation family!